Nikon D70s

The refined classic enthusiast DSLR

Nikon D70s
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model D70s

Key Features

SENSOR 6.1 megapixel DX-format CCD sensor
PROCESSOR Nikon image processing engine
AUTOFOCUS Multi-CAM900 5-point AF system
PHASE DETECTION Dedicated phase detection sensor module
VIDEO No video recording capability
STABILIZATION None (lens-based stabilization only)
BURST RATE 3 frames per second up to 144 shots
VIEWFINDER Pentamirror with 95% frame coverage
DISPLAY 2.0-inch fixed LCD monitor, 130k dots
CONNECTIVITY USB 2.0, Video Out
MEMORY CARD Single CompactFlash (Type I/II) slot
WEATHER SEALING Basic dust and moisture resistance
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 2500 shots per charge (EN-EL3a)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon D70s

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ~ Limited Accessed via menu/button combo
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ✓ Present
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✗ Not Present
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✗ Not Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Nikon D70s

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Nikon D70s Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

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Technical Specification

Sensor APS-C CCD
Resolution 6.1 Megapixels
ISO Range 200-1600
Autofocus 5-point TTL
Shutter Speed 30s to 1/8000s
Burst Rate 3 fps
Video None
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Optical Pentamirror
LCD 2.0-inch fixed
Memory Card CompactFlash
Connectivity USB 2.0
Battery Life 2500 shots
Weight 600g
Dimensions 140 x 111 x 78 mm